What is important to you?

Determine what is important for you in choosing treatment for your humerus fracture. Choose the statement that fits you best. Move the orange triangle towards the statement you prefer.

Sling

I don’t mind if I can’t raise my hand as high if the bone heals a little out of position.

Surgery

I don't mind the risks of surgery for the chance of more shoulder motion.

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Sling

It’s OK if I can’t start moving my shoulder for 4 weeks.

Surgery

It’s worth having surgery to be able to move my shoulder a few weeks earlier.

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Preference No preference Preference

Sling

I’m worried about complications from surgery.

Surgery

I accept the risks, discomforts, and inconveniences of surgery.

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Preference No preference Preference

Your choice

What is your preference?

Sling

Surgery

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Preference No preference Preference

How certain are you about this decision?

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